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Director of Sales; Senior Living

Job in Orland Park, Cook County, Illinois, 60467, USA
Listing for: Discovery Commons Orland Park
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-01
Job specializations:
  • Sales
    Client Relationship Management, Business Development, CRM Systems & Management, Sales & Marketing
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 75000 - 90000 USD Yearly USD 75000.00 90000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Director of Sales (Senior Living)

About Discovery Management Group

Discovery Management Group leads one of the nation’s most purpose-driven and people-centered senior living organizations, managing and enhancing senior living communities across the United States. With a focus on operational excellence, lifestyle personalization, and culture-driven leadership, we proudly serve residents and families with more than 15,000 units nationwide and growing.

As part of one of the largest senior living families in the U.S., our communities have earned Great Place to Work® certifications from . At Discovery Management Group, purpose guides our work, culture fuels our success, and growth defines our future. We continually aspire and invest in learning and development opportunities that support our team members' professional growth, ensuring every team member has the tools to build a meaningful and rewarding career.

As Director of Sales
, you’ll play an essential role in enriching the lives of seniors, creating meaningful connections, and making a difference every single day.

Your Role

As the Director of Sales
, your role includes leading all community sales efforts to achieve occupancy and revenue goals through relationship-building, outreach, and strategic engagement. You’ll connect with prospective residents and families, develop referral networks, and collaborate with the leadership team to deliver an exceptional, resident-centered sales experience while driving business growth.

Position Highlights
  • Status: FULL TIME
  • Schedule:

    Traditional leadership workweek with flexibility required based on business and operational needs.
  • Rate of Pay:
    Base salary of $75k - 80k + Uncapped Commission
  • Travel:
    As needed
What You’ll Do
  • Execute all facets of the company’s Sales Playbook
    , including discovery, tours, follow-up, objections, and closing
  • Achieve monthly and quarterly move-in and revenue goals by advancing leads through the sales process
  • Build, nurture, and maintain referral networks through external outreach, presentations, and business development
  • Manage inquiries from all lead sources, providing timely responses and professional follow-up
  • Conduct personalized tours and discovery meetings to connect with prospective residents and families
  • Maintain accurate CRM data to track leads, activity, and conversion metrics
  • Plan and execute community marketing initiatives and sales events to drive qualified leads
  • Conduct competitive market analysis and provide actionable insights for pricing and positioning strategies
  • Partner with the Executive Director and Regional Sales Leadership to align on marketing, revenue goals, and promotional strategies
  • Collaborate with clinical and operations teams to ensure smooth and positive move-in experiences for residents and families
  • Prepare and present sales reports, monitor KPIs, and evaluate performance metrics to ensure achievement of occupancy targets
  • Represent the community with professionalism, integrity, and compassion in all interactions
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Public Relations, or related field preferred
  • Minimum 2 years of sales and marketing experience, preferably in senior living, healthcare, or a related industry
  • Proven record of achieving sales targets and occupancy goals
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Experience using CRM systems to manage leads and track performance
  • Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Professional, compassionate approach with a resident- and family-first mindset
  • Willingness to work onsite, conduct tours, and attend community and networking events (local travel required)
Why Join Us Discovery Senior Living Earned Coveted Great Place to Work Certification for !

A large part of what makes Discovery different from other companies in this industry is our willingness to embrace change. At Discovery Senior Living, we are constantly challenging how we are doing things to ensure the lifestyle we are offering our residents is absolutely the greatest value proposition in the marketplace. It’s just as important to us that the…

Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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